Posts by Liz Starkey

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Decluttering Before a Move Part 2

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In a culture like ours that tends to throw away so many things that other people could use, it can be nice to know that perfectly good items are not just ending up in a landfill—and it’s even nicer if you can make some money while you’re at it. In part one of our series on decluttering before a move, we talked about some of the ways that you can get rid of your items and make money through online…
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How to Make Money While Decluttering Before a Move

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Everyone has heard of or seen the show Hoarders, and we always think, “at least I don’t have that much stuff!” The reality is that we often don’t truly realize how many items and possessions we have until we try to move and have to deal with the organization and moving of all of it. This leads many people to consider decluttering as a means to lighten their moving workload—but what most people don’t realize is that they might be…
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Things You Should Know Before Moving to Dallas, TX

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Dallas, Texas is one of the major urban centers in the United States, and the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area is home to 13 counties. In recent times, there has been a huge influx of people moving into the Dallas area from all over the country. Alongside Houston, Austin, and San Antonio, it is one of the most booming cities in the nation. Whether you like sporting events or just want to experience a relaxing weekend in a multi-cuisine restaurant, the…
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Professional Packing Services: Everything You Need to Know to Move Forward

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It can be such a huge headache to handle any kind of relocation project. If you’re moving from a small apartment into a much larger detached home in the suburbs, it can be a time-consuming thing. If you’re moving all the way across the country to a brand new city and state, it can be just as stressful. The good news is that there are several things that you can do to decrease your moving burden a bit. You can…
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Preparing Your Piano For A Move

In every home, there are a handful of belongings that are especially adored by the owners – the irreplaceable, the heirlooms, and the things that make a house a home. For any musician, an instrument without a doubt falls into this category. A guitar, violin, or saxophone to a musician is like the brush and canvas to a painter – the tool they use to create, express, and thrive. When it comes to moving time, special attention must be paid…
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Where Should I Move?

Sometimes the chance to move comes before you know exactly where you want to live. In these cases, you want to make sure that you end up somewhere that has everything you’re looking for, and that you enjoy. Finding a city you want to live and grow in can be a tough decision. Below are a few things you should keep in mind when considering where in the wide world to make your new home. Employment One of the first…
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How To Organize Your Move

When it comes time to move, one of the best things you can do to limit the amount of stress involved is to properly prepare ahead of time. Preparing in advance for your move will help you save time when packing, moving, and unpacking in your new home. Proper preparation can turn moving day from something you dread into a day you look forward to. One of the most important parts of preparation is making sure you are organizing efficiently.…
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Moving Seniors To A New Space

Moving to a new home can be stressful for anyone, and seniors are no exception. Whether you’ve only moved once in your life or moved many times, the process can be tiring and sometimes seem like an insurmountable situation to deal with. However, as is the case for moving your own home or office, planning ahead for the day of the move and planning to use a professional moving service can make a world of difference. Deciding on Housing For…
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Moving Your Corporate Office

Moving your business into a new office building is often a good sign – your business is growing, becoming more successful, or you’re getting a better deal on your office space. However, the move itself may seem like an overwhelming task at first. Coordinating with staff and clients, packing up and moving office equipment, and setting up in the new space is certainly a lot to deal with. If you take a few planned steps throughout the process, it can…
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Tips for Moving from an Apartment to a House

If you are moving from an apartment to a house, especially if you are buying your first house, there are a lot of things you can do to prepare ahead of time so that you can be ready for the transition. When you own your own home, not only are there more things you are responsible for, but you are naturally inclined to invest more into that property. Owning your own home is an awesome privilege, and we are here…